National Bicarbonate of Soda Day - December 30th, 2024
National Bicarbonate of Soda Day, December 30th, 2024, is just around the corner and I couldn't be more excited! This amazing holiday is dedicated to one of the most underrated, yet incredibly useful household items - bicarbonate of soda! But before we dive into the fun stuff, let's take a quick look at the history behind this special day. Did you know that bicarbonate of soda has been used for thousands of years? The ancient Egyptians used it to clean and soften water, while the ancient Greeks used it to clean their teeth and skin. Fast forward to the late 18th century, when French chemist Nicolas Leblanc developed a process to mass-produce sodium bicarbonate, making it widely available for the first time. So, how did this amazing substance earn its own special day? Well, in the early 19th century, bicarbonate of soda became a staple in many American households, thanks to its incredible versatility. It was used for everything from cooking and cleaning to medicinal purposes...